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Annabelle & Aiden: OH MY GODS! A History of Belief
How did our earliest beliefs form? What were they, and what do they say about us?
Tardigrade Tom takes our characters on a historical journey of world religions!
From the earliest humans who believed everything around them (trees, rocks, skies) could think and feel - like they could. To deep inside dark caves, where early humans draw animal spirits on the walls, and watch shamans sway, illuminated by nearby fires. Watch us build amazing temples and tombs, and give offerings and praise, as we learn ideas of reciprocity and trade. Explore world religions & cultures chronologically, such But most uniquely, this book explains how and why our beliefs emerged and evolved, and what they say about who we are.
Tardigrade Tom takes our characters on a historical journey of world religions!
From the earliest humans who believed everything around them (trees, rocks, skies) could think and feel - like they could. To deep inside dark caves, where early humans draw animal spirits on the walls, and watch shamans sway, illuminated by nearby fires. Watch us build amazing temples and tombs, and give offerings and praise, as we learn ideas of reciprocity and trade. Explore world religions & cultures chronologically, such But most uniquely, this book explains how and why our beliefs emerged and evolved, and what they say about who we are.
36 pages, Paperback
Published October 26, 2021
About the author
Joseph Raphael Becker
9 books31 followersJ. R. holds a B.A. in Philosophy and a Juris Doctorate from Emory University School of Law. When he's not practicing entertainment law, playing drums, or enjoying the great outdoors, Joseph enjoys all the science and philosophy books and podcasts he can, pondering the bigger questions and dreaming up ideas for future children stories.
After publishing his first (philosophical, dystopian) novel The Spider & the Ant, and later becoming a father, Joseph was inspired to found the Annabelle & Aiden series to foster curiosity and scientific awareness in the next generation. Joseph lives in New Jersey with his wife Leah, and two children, Annabelle & Aiden.
After publishing his first (philosophical, dystopian) novel The Spider & the Ant, and later becoming a father, Joseph was inspired to found the Annabelle & Aiden series to foster curiosity and scientific awareness in the next generation. Joseph lives in New Jersey with his wife Leah, and two children, Annabelle & Aiden.
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December 17, 2021
Brief but Important
A wonderfully brief look at the origin of various religions and how they relate to each other and the people that follow them. My kiddo and I enjoyed looking at the beautiful illustrations and reading the inscriptions hidden within each image. Each page covered a different god/dess and their location. An important look at how religion can guide peoples actions, this book is neither for or against any specific belief. Instead, it is wonderfully simple with just the right amount of information to open further discussions with your kids.
A wonderfully brief look at the origin of various religions and how they relate to each other and the people that follow them. My kiddo and I enjoyed looking at the beautiful illustrations and reading the inscriptions hidden within each image. Each page covered a different god/dess and their location. An important look at how religion can guide peoples actions, this book is neither for or against any specific belief. Instead, it is wonderfully simple with just the right amount of information to open further discussions with your kids.
August 4, 2025
everyone else has pointed out that the finale on the last page is almost all WHITE KIDS!
I enjoyed the way so many complex ideas were broken down in rhyme. But most of the good in the story was lost on the final illustration of mostly white children! Really!?! I have one mixed race child and one very dark adult child. So the last illustration is beyond offensive. Fix this in a reprint! ASAP!
This is NOT OKAY.
I enjoyed the way so many complex ideas were broken down in rhyme. But most of the good in the story was lost on the final illustration of mostly white children! Really!?! I have one mixed race child and one very dark adult child. So the last illustration is beyond offensive. Fix this in a reprint! ASAP!
This is NOT OKAY.
December 17, 2021
Interesting overview of the history of belief
Beautiful illustrations and a good place to start introducing kids to a variety of religions around the globe. The book’s highlights for each religion may not suffice for actual believers, but again it’s an introduction into many sets of beliefs. Great tool to start that discussion.
Beautiful illustrations and a good place to start introducing kids to a variety of religions around the globe. The book’s highlights for each religion may not suffice for actual believers, but again it’s an introduction into many sets of beliefs. Great tool to start that discussion.
August 7, 2022
This is a decent but flawed book for children. There are names and notes that are difficult to read due to them blending in to the background and being really small. For each religion the information is just the very basics so nothing really in depth.
January 10, 2022
Five stars because it was exciting and your learn history.
March 13, 2023
Short intro to the history of religion. It has a nice poetic narrative with side notes that elaborate on a few topics. It's a beautiful picture book!
October 4, 2024
This book is a wonderful intro into world religions. My son is too young to grasp these concepts, but I’m looking forward to sharing this with him in the future.
March 29, 2026
Physical book - library
Read together with my 9 year old son.
Read together with my 9 year old son.
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